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Prague & Christmas Markets of Europe 2026

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From Amsterdam to Prague
4.1 (39 reviews)
  • Hohenzollern Bridge and Cologne Cathedral at dusk.
  • Map of a tour routing through Central Europe.
  • Festive night scene at a Christmas market with medieval architecture.
  • Crowded square with a Christmas market in front of a grand cathedral.
  • Night scene of a vibrant Christmas market with a cathedral.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Amsterdam at leisure
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Included Activities

    • Glass-top canal boat cruise through Amsterdam's UNESCO World Heritage canal system

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Christmas markets
    • Purchase oliebollen and appelbeignets from traditional stalls
    • Explore galleries and museums
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canal System
  3. Day 3

    Cologne

    Cologne

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Cologne
    • Visit to Christmas market beneath Cologne Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Sample lebkuchen and other festive treats
    • Purchase artisan handcrafted goods
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 4

    Rüdesheim

    Rüdesheim

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum
    • Explore Christmas Market of Nations

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Rüdesheim coffee with Asbach Uralt brandy
    Landmarks
    Rhine Gorge
    Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
  5. Day 5

    Miltenberg - Wertheim

    Miltenberg - Wertheim

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Miltenberg
    • Exclusive visit to the Glass Art Museum in Wertheim with presentation
    • Visit to Bronnbach Abbey (EmeraldPLUS)

    Optional Activities

    • Sample apple streusel kuchen
    • Browse boutique Christmas market
    Landmarks
    Bronnbach Abbey
    Glass Art Museum Wertheim
  6. Day 6

    Würzburg

    Würzburg

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Würzburg
    • Visit to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Würzburg Residence

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Glühwein at Christmas market
    • Excursion to Rothenburg (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Würzburg Residence
  7. Day 7

    Bamberg

    Bamberg

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bamberg

    Optional Activities

    • Visit four Christmas markets
    • Sample Bamberg's famous beer
    Landmarks
    Bamberg
  8. Day 8

    Nuremberg

    Nuremberg

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Nuremberg

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas market in city centre
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Kelheim - Regensburg

    Kelheim - Regensburg

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Regensburg
    • Visit to Christmas market in Thurn and Taxis Palace grounds (EmeraldPLUS)
    • Traditional Bavarian band performance on board (EmeraldPLUS)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore additional Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Thurn and Taxis Palace
  10. Day 10

    Passau - Linz

    Passau - Linz

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Passau

    Optional Activities

    • Sample warm Glühwein and freshly baked goods at Christkindlmarkt
    • Excursion to Salzburg (extra expense)
    • Excursion to Český Krumlov (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Oberhaus Fortress
    St. Stephen's Cathedral, Passau
  11. Day 11

    Melk

    Melk

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Melk Abbey
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
  12. Day 12

    Vienna

    Vienna

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Vienna

    Optional Activities

    • Sample hot chocolate and baked goods at Christmas markets
    • Viennese evening concert (extra expense)
    • Visit to Schönbrunn Palace (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Bratislava

    Bratislava

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava
    • Home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family (EmeraldPLUS)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas markets
    • Carpathian wine route (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Episcopal Summer Palace
  14. Day 14

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Hungarian farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Guided coach tour of Budapest
    • Hungarian folklore show performance on board (EmeraldPLUS)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas markets
    • Excursion to Szentendre (extra expense)
    • Jewish heritage tour (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Chain Bridge
  15. Day 15

    Budapest to Prague

    Budapest to Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Itinerary Image 1
  16. Day 16

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Prague
    • Coffee and cake at Lobkowicz Palace (EmeraldPLUS)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Old Town Square
    Lobkowicz Palace
  17. Day 17

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Prague's Christmas markets
    • Purchase handcrafted ornaments
    • Sample Czech Christmas treats
    • Tastes of Czechia (extra expense)
  18. Day 18

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria.Czech Republic.Germany.Hungary.Slovakia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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